Trauma Survivors Network - provided by ATS

Chippenham Hospital – Richmond’s Premiere Level 1 Trauma Center

Chippenham Hospital’s Level I Trauma Center in central Virginia is here to deliver the best possible care. In these types of traumatic situations, this care can make the difference between life and death. Specifically, if you are treated within an hour of your incident — referred to as the "golden hour" — your chances of survival increase. That is why our specially trained physicians, surgeons and medical professionals are prepared to provide you the critical attention you need 24/7.

 

Trauma Team

When Chippenham Hospital is notified that we are receiving a patient in our trauma center, our comprehensive team of trauma-trained specialists is assembled to care for our patients the instant they arrive. Those specialists may include:

 

Trauma surgeons

Cardiothoracic surgeons

Critical care neurosurgeons

Orthopedic surgeons

Pediatric specialists

Anesthesiologists

Radiologists

Case managers and/or social workers

 

Trauma Services

Some of the services we provide include:

 

• A comprehensive team of trauma-trained and board-certified surgeons across varying specialties
• Prompt assessment, resuscitation, advanced surgery, intensive care and stabilization for critically injured patients
• A helipad for quick transport from an accident to the trauma center or another medical center, if necessary
• A comprehensive program to regularly review our care standards based on national standards published by the American College of Surgeons and the American College of Emergency Physician
• A program to evaluate quality and provide ongoing staff education to ensure we continue to provide high-quality care to the community
• A community outreach program

 

Chippenham’s Level I Trauma Center services

• A comprehensive team of trauma-trained specialists across varying specialties
• A medical flight team and medical air medical helicopter (Air Care Eagle) on site with the ability to be in the air within 10 minutes of a call and a travel distance radius of 100 nautical miles
• A provisional level I burn center that provides both adult and pediatric wound care
• Four fully-equipped trauma bays
• Prompt assessment, resuscitation, surgery, intensive care, and stabilization for critically injured patients
• An ambulance bay that will accommodate up to 20 ambulances at a time
• Four fully-equipped trauma bays
• Dual helipads for quick transport from an accident to the trauma center or to another medical center, if necessary
• A comprehensive program to regularly review of our care standards based on national standards published by the American College of Surgeons and the American College of Emergency Physicians
• A program to evaluate quality and provide ongoing staff education to ensure we continue to provide high-quality care to the community
• Trauma education and prevention outreach to local communities

TSN Coordinator

BrieAnna Dixon
BDixon
Email Coordinator

Address
7101 Jahnke Rd
Richmond, Virginia, 23225

Email
BrieAnna.Dixon@hcahealthcare.com

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Americans with Disabilities Act

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American Chronic Pain Association

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American Trauma Society

https://www.amtrauma.org/

The American Trauma Society is dedicated to the elimination of needless death and disability from injury. For 50 years, the ATS has served as an advocate for the trauma care system, trauma prevention programs, and survivors of trauma and their families throughout the United States. Our mission is to Save Lives, Improve Care, & Empower Survivors.

National Center for PTSD

https://www.ptsd.va.gov/

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Hope After Head Injury

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Alcoholics Anonymous

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Alcoholics Anonymous provides support and resources for people who struggle with a drinking problem or substance abuse. Confidential group meetings are available throughout the United States and Canada. Use the online locator to find the group and times that meet nearest you. Contact Information: (704) 332-4387

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline

https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/

We can all help prevent suicide. The Lifeline provides 24/7, free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones, and best practices for professionals in the United States. 1-800-273-8255

Mental Health

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Full Circle Grief Center

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Christopher & Dana Reeves Foundation - Todays Care. Tomorrows Cure.

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